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April 24, 2001 1. The Mayor of the City of Portsmouth is hereby authorized to execute, on behalf of the City of Portsmouth, the "Fourth Amended Charter Agreement of the Southeastern Virginia Job Training Administration," which is incorporated by reference as if fully set out herein." 01-136(B): "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE CHIEF LOCAL ELECTED OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE HAMPTON ROADS WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR THE PURPOSE OF ADMINISTERING PROGRAMS UNDER THE FEDERAL WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT. WHEREAS, in order to fulfill the requirements of the federal Workforce Investment Act ("Act"), it is necessary for the Chief Local Elected Officials, meeting as the "Southside Mayors and Chairs," to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Hampton Roads Workforce Development Board for the purposes of administering programs for which funds are made available under the Act; and WHEREAS, the proposed Memorandum of Understanding has been furnished to the City Council and the terms thereof are acceptable to the Council. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Portsmouth, Virginia, that: 1. The City Council approves the terms contained in the Memorandum of Understanding and authorizes the Chairperson of the Chief Local Elected Officials to execute said Memorandum on behalf of the City of Portsmouth." Ayes: Benn, Griffin, Moody, Pitts, Whitehurst, Holley Nays: None - New Business - 01 - 137 - Boards and Commissions There were no appointments. 01 - 138 - Items Submitted by Council Members Mayor Holley inquired about the City's 250th Birthday Celebration planning. Mayor Holley appointed Councilman Whitehurst as liaison of the Truxton neighborhood and asked that he work with the community to preserve its history. Councilman Moody spoke on the success of the Cradock Town Hall meeting and inquired about the fly over for mosquito control in the future. Vice Mayor Griffin asked all in the City of Portsmouth to continue to be proud of our City. Councilman Whitehurst asked that mosquito control methods be shown on WGOV- TV. Councilman Pitts acknowledged Midtown meeting held recently and the strategy for revitalization. He also, spoke on Project Wrecking Ball to begin in May in Midtown. Councilman Benn acknowledged the Sailor of the Year celebration held at the Renaissance Hotel. Councilman Moody acknowledged the Coast Guard Ball held recently at the Renaissance Hotel. Councilman Pitts acknowledged the opening of the Senior Station.